Early Childhood Director of Operation

Benefits:

• Finder's Fee Referral Program
• Mentor Program
• Paid Planning Time
• Scholarships
• Paid Inclement Weather Days
• Holiday Pay
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Medical Plan
• Paid Professional Development
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Creative Beginnings Child Development Center

Lead with Purpose...Build with Vision...Grow with Us

Do you have a passion for early childhood education and a proven track record of operational leadership? Are you ready to elevate the quality and performance of a growing network of childcare centers? If so, we invite you to explore a unique opportunity to join our mission-driven organization as Director of OperationsThe Director of Operations (DOO) overseas the strategic and day-to-day operations of all childcare center locations. This role ensures compliance, drives operational excellence, aligns with company goals, and leads performance-based growth. The DOO will develop and enforce systems, processes, and metrics to ensure consistency, safety, profitability, and quality across sites.

A Little About Creative Beginnings Child Development Center

We are a values-based, family-first organization committed to delivering exceptional care and education to children and families across our multi-site preschool centers. With a strong foundation built on safety, growth, and excellence, we're scaling smart---and we're looking for the right leader to help shape the future.


The Opportunity: Director of Operations

As our Director of Operations, you will serve as the bridge between vision and execution , responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of multiple licensed childcare centers. You'll provide strategic leadership, ensure compliance with state licensing regulations, drive enrollment growth, and mentor site leaders to achieve high performance across every location.


This is a hands-on leadership role where your ability to build systems, coach directors, and implement operational excellence that will directly impact staff success, family satisfaction, and child outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support Center Directors and administration teams across all sites.
• Establish and oversee operational systems with clear KPIs, checks and balances, and accountability measures.
• Monitor and improve center performance in the areas of licensing compliance, staff retention, financial health, enrollment and quality of care.
• Ensure a unified organizational culture across sites, rooted in excellence, safety, and nurturing care.
• Supervise daily operations of all centers to ensure licensing compliance, program quality, enrollment targets, and financial health.
• Standardize operational systems across locations: scheduling, inventory, staffing, billing, and parent communications.
• Implement and enforce systems and policies that support accountability and efficiency at site level.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic growth plans, center expansions, and quality initiatives.
• Serve as a coach, mentor, and problem-solver to empower your team to lead with confidence and clarity.

You're a Strong Fit If You

• Are a servant leader with a background in childcare, education, or operations.
• Thrive in dynamic, multi-site environments and can lead through influence and structure.
• Have a deep understanding of DSS licensing standards and best practices in early childhood.
• Excel in building systems, training teams, and executing strategic plans.
• Believe in uplifting others and building from the inside out.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in childcare or education leadership, with 3+ years in multi-site or operational management.
• Bachelor's degree in early childhood, Business, Education, or related field.
• Demonstrated success in team leadership, systems implementation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.

Schedule

Monday-Friday
No night or weekends

Apply today and lead with purpose

We're no just looking for a manager---we're looking for a visionary leader who wants to build something that lasts.


Compensation: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year


Creative Beginnings CDC is a child development center, established on January 1, 2003, which is family-owned and operated by Dedric and Elissa Woodle. Creative Beginnings CDC is a multi-location company with the best Directors on the east coast. We are committed as a family and team to work together to provide an excellent high-quality education environment where children are loved and nurtured.

We believe every child is a precious gift, and every child is an individual. We feel it is a blessing from God to be given the patience and abilities to care for children, and to be a positive influence in their lives. We feel that the very first years of education are critical and memorable times for young children.


Our mission at Creative Beginnings CDC is to provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment where your child's individual needs are our #1 priority. We hope to instill family values, good morals, character, and confidence in your child, and a since of belonging at our center. An environment where children feel safe and loved is an environment where they can learn. We will provide them with the most excellent care possible and do our best to make their first step to education a positive one.

As a teacher or assistant, you'll be part of a dedicated team that nurtures the growth, development, and well-being of young children. From creating safe and stimulating environments to providing meaningful experiences that foster their natural curiosity, you'll play a crucial role in helping them thrive.

We seek teachers who is exceptional, dedicated, fun, and ready to make a difference for our classrooms. Our core values are Teamwork, Compassion, Loyalty, family and Creativity! We are drawn to education leaders who feel inspired by our values to make their classroom a wonderful place where children embrace the joy of discovery, build friendships, and skills they'll carry throughout their lives.